Transmigration: Experiencing Life's End - Dying Peacefully in One's Sleep

Chapter 397 Ancient Palace Maid 10

Qingdai didn't want to watch these things either; if she wanted to, she could watch the live broadcast.

After the emperor collapsed, he remained unconscious. Even when he occasionally woke up for a short while, he couldn't speak, and it looked a bit like he had suffered a stroke.

Therefore, the government could only be temporarily managed by Prince Ping and Prince Duan, who had already been granted the title of king.

The two began to clash both in court and in private.

King Hei, who was no longer considered the heir apparent after marrying Princess Hei, suddenly found himself supported by many ministers.

Anyone with eyes can see there's something wrong here. King Ping's ambitions are far from small; he married a princess for a political marriage and still dares to covet the throne.

The ministers of King Xuan's faction, led by his maternal uncle, seized on this issue and vigorously criticized King Ping.

King Ping was also able to handle it. He was now showing his sharp edge, no longer displaying the humility and peace he had always shown, but was eloquent and had an imposing presence.

Now everyone could see that the atmosphere in the court was tense, and a storm was brewing.

The emperor suddenly died after being in a coma for half a month. What was most surprising was that Prince Xuan, who should have inherited the throne, died from excessive grief, vomiting blood.

King Ping was in charge of all the follow-up matters. After burying the late emperor and King Xuan, he had already seized all the power.

Anyone who opposed him would be dealt with by him, so no one dared to raise any objections during the morning court session.

Didn't you see that Prince Xuan's faction, because they questioned the Emperor and Prince Xuan's death, were imprisoned and executed one by one by Prince Ping, who was already prepared, who presented evidence of their crimes?

Everyone had witnessed the methods of Prince Ping, so naturally they dared not use the matter of the princess being sent for a political marriage to oppose his succession to the throne.

Upon receiving this news, Helian Zhou learned that Prince Ping planned to announce his ascension to the throne at the morning court session the following day. He and Qingdai discussed their plans for the next day in the palace.

Qingdai asked, "Is everything ready?"

Helian Zhou nodded, but he was still worried that something unexpected might happen; he himself was fine.

But looking at Qingdai across from him, he couldn't help but worry: "If something happens to me, just leave the palace and don't look back."

With her martial arts skills, she could easily leave the palace and protect herself.

Although he was 90% confident of success tomorrow, there was no guarantee that Helian Xuan would have any hidden tricks that they hadn't discovered, and he might resort to desperate measures.

"What are you talking about? Nothing will happen. Even if something does, I will take you away safely." Qingdai wasn't worried at all.

Helian Zhou took her hand and held it. Qingdai smiled and asked, "What are you doing?"

"Do you know how much I care for you?"

Helian Zhou didn't want to wait any longer, so he asked directly: she wouldn't give up on him even if she left the palace, and he would do the same; he would never let her go no matter what.

Qingdai teased, "I thought you wouldn't say it now."

"I'm afraid I'll regret it if I'm too late, so I want you to know now."

With Qingdai by his side, he became wary, naturally fearing the loss of her or the possibility of something happening to him that would prevent him from having her.

Qingdai saw through his thoughts and comforted him, "Don't worry, we'll all be fine, and everything will definitely go smoothly tomorrow."

Seeing the reassurance in her eyes, Helian Zhou relaxed a little: "Alright, once things go smoothly tomorrow, I want to marry you as my empress."

Qingdai raised an eyebrow and said, "I'm just an ordinary palace maid. It won't be easy for you to marry me, and you don't mind?"

“I don’t mind. I’m just a prince with no power or influence. Even if we succeed, you deserve half the credit. From now on, we’ll be equals.”

Helian Zhou believed that Qingdai had the ability, and her current status as a palace maid was not important.

"Let me make this clear first, I cannot accept that you will have three thousand concubines in your harem," Qingdai said bluntly. Being on equal footing does not mean she will accept that he has other concubines.

Helian Zhou was somewhat pleased by her possessiveness and said with a smile, "There won't be anyone else, only you."

"Okay, I'll remember." Qingdai confidently believed his words because she could bear all the consequences.

Helian Zhou pulled the person over and hugged them, their hearts drawing infinitely closer at that moment.

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The next day, Qingdai sat up in bed and stretched: "How is it, Xiaoqi? Are you alright?"

It's almost lunchtime, and if everything goes smoothly, Helian Zhou will probably be able to come back and have lunch with her.

Xiao Qi said, "Host, everything is going smoothly. Helian Zhou has already led his men to capture the male and female leads, and Consort Xian has also been taken into custody."

"That's good." Qingdai was relieved. She got out of bed, and two maids brought in toiletries.

Last night, Helian Zhou slept with Qingdai in his arms, and nothing happened; the two slept in a ceremonial manner.

Seeing the two palace maids with their heads bowed and not at all surprised by her current state, it must have been Helian Zhou who gave the order.

Qingdai didn't make a fuss and was served her washing and dressing.

“Host, you knew what was going to happen today, yet you still slept until now,” Xiao Qi said.

"Isn't it because you're keeping an eye on things for me, and I believe the plan is perfect?"

You should know that the palace guards and the Imperial Guards had all been bribed by Qingdai and Helian Zhou.

Helian Xuan had no idea about their actions and ambitions; he was completely unprepared, so how could they possibly lose?

Xiao Qi seized the opportunity to make a request: "Then I'll do the work for the host early in the morning, and you can share some good food with me."

"How pathetic, but I agree anyway." Qingdai chuckled and scolded, but still gave her her consent.

Xiao Qi immediately smiled and said, "Thank you, host."

After Qingdai instructed the people to set out the meal, Helian Zhou returned with his men.

Although he didn't show it on his face, Qingdai knew him well and could tell that he looked relaxed and was in a good mood.

Helian Zhou pulled the person who had come over and walked towards the table: "Qingdai, you're up?"

"Well, let's eat first. You got up so early today, you must be hungry by now."

"Okay, that's true to some extent."

The two sat down to eat, and Shuhe and a young palace maid served them food.

Helian Zhou even personally served Qingdai some food, saying, "This is what you like to eat, have more."

Qingdai didn't refuse and picked up the food to eat: "Is everything going well on your end?"

"Yes, it's all taken care of," Helian Zhou said calmly, making it seem to anyone who didn't know better think he had done something trivial.

Actually, he was nervous yesterday because he was worried about Qingdai, but he remained calm as he began to take action today.

"Congratulations!" Qingdai said with a smile in her eyes.

Helian Zhou smiled and looked back at her, then leaned close to her ear and whispered, "Congratulations to my Empress as well."

Qingdai couldn't help but laugh out loud. Seeing her happy, Helian Zhou was also happy.

The atmosphere between the two was so intimate and ambiguous that even those who were surprised kept their heads down and dared not look any longer.

Shuhe glanced at Qingdai and thought to herself that she was glad she hadn't offended her, since she would be her master from now on.

Two young palace maids were there; one served Qingdai food, while the other stood behind her waiting.